Roxanne Steele was born and raised in the entertainment capital of the world, so it’s no surprise this California girl has made a successful career in the industry. “I grew up looking at the Hollywood sign every day and wanting to be part of all the glitz and glamour. I’m so blessed that I’m living my dream.”
This radio jewel currently brings her passion for music and people to the Motor City, hosting mid-day’s on 98.7 AMP Radio. Her girl-next-door charisma and down to earth personality makes listening to her radio show feel like you’re spending time with a good friend—and that’s exactly how she views her listeners! Whether she’s in the studio, live on location, or being social online and in person, she enjoys connecting with her listeners.
Growing up in Los Angeles, Roxanne always loved music and spent much of her time listening to the radio. “I remember coming home from school and running to turn on the radio so I could hang out with my favorite DJs and dance to all my favorite songs; I wanted to be a radio personality for as long as I can remember,” she says. “I was a big radio fan as a kid and still am today.”
Roxanne first joined the broadcasting world while she was just a senior in high school. She was given her own show on the campus radio station and quickly realized how much she loved the power of the microphone. As a natural entertainer, her indisputable talent was quickly recognized and Roxanne was encouraged by her teachers to make her dreams of being a radio personality a reality.
With a career path established at such a young age, Roxanne set a course to make a name for herself. After attending the Academy of Radio Broadcasting in Huntington Beach, CA., Roxanne landed her first radio gig in Palm Springs, CA at the young age of 19. After getting her foot in the door, she was consistently growing on-air and gaining greater exposure. She moved on to DJ for stations in Washington, Texas and Arizona before finally reaching the place that was her dream destination at the time: Chicago.
Roxanne dominated the airwaves in the Windy City for twelve years at B96 (CBS Radio). She got her shot by earning the most desired shift in radio, Afternoon Drive. By taking over afternoons at the station, Roxanne became the first female DJ to ever host the Afternoon Drive at B96, an accomplishment she will always be proud of. She also brought B96 some of their highest ratings for eight solid years. Her awards and accolades while working in Chicago included the honor of being named Best Local Station Personality at the Illinois Silver Dome Awards in 2002. When things ended at B96, Roxanne realized the next step in her life would mean leaving Chicago and relocating her family to Michigan. Soon after moving to Detroit, she quickly found a new home on the dial with Cumulus at 96.3 WDVD. Making the move to a new market is never easy, but Roxanne took on the challenge with her usual passion and enthusiasm: “I was so excited to be a part of a great radio town like Detroit. I was ready to make new friends and shake things up!”
In 2012, after almost two years of being a part-time talent with Cumulus, Roxanne finally landed a full-time job in Detroit she was patiently hoping for! Roxanne eagerly made the transition to as 98.7 AMP Radio (CBS Radio) as their new mid-day host. “I’ve always been a Top 40 girl and I’m thrilled to be back with CBS Radio joining the great team that’s already in place at Amp Radio!”
Roxanne views the longevity and brilliance of her career with genuine gratitude. “Every DJ dreams of making it to the top. They want the celebrity interviews, the red carpet parties, getting their name and face on billboards and having the ratings to back it all up. I’m forever thankful for my amazing career at B96 in Chicago, but I’m extremely excited for my new journey in radio that’s unfolding here in Detroit!”
By proving herself to be a multitalented star in the DJ booth and as a voice over artist, Roxanne continues to grow and excel in a truly competitive field. A truly connected media maven, Roxanne is also plugged in with her listeners via multiple social media websites, including her own: www.roxannesteele.com. In 2013 Roxanne became a TV Host with CBS for Street Beat on the CW50 and aspires to do more on television.
As a woman who is many things to many people, Roxanne never strays from sharing her loyalty and free sprit with others. She makes time for herself by shopping, writing, working out and cooking. She also loves spending time with her husband and two young daughters. Always the social butterfly, she hangs out with friends whenever she can and all the while, this dynamic radio host keeps sight of the important role she plays through her voice on the radio.
“Music and entertaining others is a part of who I am deep inside. I absolutely love what I do!”